Evolve Back Hampi

After being to the other 2 hotels of Orange county resorts, this was always on the cards, and it definitely turned out to be as expected, maybe a bit beyond our expectations. Right from check-in, we were taken care of pretty warmly. The Jal Mahal rooms were really impressive. The house keeping (I am sorry I forgot the name of those 4 guys) did a wonderful job for my wife's Birthday decor and otherwise too. Loved the property overall and really looking forward to another trip to Hampi. The food in the restaurant is one thing I feel they could improve, especially by adding more options. Shiva, in the restaurant was there to help us get what we needed.

My family and I stayed at Evolve Back, Hampi in August 2024. It's part of the Orange County properties. Probably one of the most exceptional stays we've ever had. We were a group of 5 adults and 2 Kids. Weather wise it is the best time to visit Hampi as it wasn't too hot. Architecture: The resort has been styled according to the Vijayanagra era which is a blend of Dravidian and Deccan Islamic Styles. It is one of the most beautiful looking resorts I've ever been to. From the moment you approach the resort you truly feel like you are in a palace which exudes luxury. The place has beautifully laid out airy corridors as well as a nice courtyard in the middle. Royal Welcome: As soon as we arrived, we were greeted by the reception desk with flowers, kumkum and refreshing drinks. A wonderful gesture that made us feel at home especially after a long drive from Bangalore (approx 7 hrs). Facilities: The resort is well equipped with 2 swimming pools. One for adults and the other for kids. The adult pool especially is very well designed like an infinity pool. The resort also has a library and an excellent gift shop with unique handicrafts. Dining: We ate one night at Bahmani restaurant which is a blend of Nawabi cuisine. Every item tasted exceptional. The overall experience was lovely. We also ate at the Tuluva restaurant which is multi-cuisine for both Breakfast and Dinner. The food served was just as good. Service: This is where Evolve Back, Hampi really trumps. Every staff whether it is a receptionist, a waiter or even housekeeping, they all treat you very kindly and respectfully. There isn't anything that is too much to ask for anyone at the resort. For them customer service is paramount. I would definitely recommend visiting Evolve Back, Hampi. A good friend of ours has already booked a trip based on my feedback.

This beautiful resort appeared like a miracle after many miles of driving from Hubli. My accommodations were superb - king-size bed and a giant tub with a view of the infinity pool. The daily breakfast and dinner buffets offered a great variety of Indian food. Servers and managers were all too happy to explain to an American traveler what each selection was and how it was prepared. I tried as many new dishes as I could. I regret that I could not fit a visit to the hotel's restaurant into my schedule. Suggestion for future guests on a tight schedule: be sure to reserve a 7:30 seating in the restaurant as soon as possible if you are only staying for two days. The highlight of a trip to Hampi is of course the vast unforgettable 500-year-old ruins. I had the pleasure of taking three tours with the hotel's resident historian Ramesh. We visited the royal enclosure, and viewed the stunning Lotus Mahal ('Palace of Lotuses') and Stone Chariot. No visit to Hampi would be complete without seeing the Monkey Temple (overrun with monkey mothers and babies!) and the 7th-century Virupaksha Temple. Ramesh had an answer to every question I had about the historical sites or the Hindu religion. I had a wonderful time. Lastly be sure to sample the bountiful perfectly ripe mangos! We don't get those in the US.

Stunning property in the middle of the forest and close to the sights of Hampi. The architecture is brilliant and leaves you feeling that you have been transported back in time. The food is above par but the service of the entire staff is way above and needs a special mention. The Ayurvedic spa is good too and hope they include more staff to have more open slots. All in all it’s a great experience and we will definitely go back sooner or later.

What a place to be at ! This is one of the best experiences and glad I locked it to celebrate my anniversary . Right before my travel they assigned me a SPOC who was active and prompt on her Wassap number . She clarified all queries and took care of all requests - Tanush was really good . Then when I checked in managers - Sudheer and Anish were so humble and wanted to know anything they could do to make my stay comfortable . I was given a SPOC again Venkat and he was truly our go to guy for almost everything . You messaged him over Wasaap and he would get everything done . Super clean and super prompt . Dining was good and bar at the pool side was great to have some drinks . Bartender - Roshan was such a delight to chat with . He prepared all drinks with a smile and even offered complimentary drinks for kids . Then vrushita , and other staff who took care of dining area were exceptionally good . Sorry I forgot the names but they were truly great with their seevice . Vinay also offered us a ride in a vintage car . This place is like a must visit if you want an experience of royal life . The rooms are super large and all rooms come with a jacuzzi and tub and it’s very comfortable .. kudos to the team and amazing job ..

We went to celebrate 10th anniversary and we were pampered from the moment we stepped. Our kid loved the royal treatment. Wife had rave reviews for the spa and the room was so comfy that we didn't want to step out. The food was also yummy and well taken care of. Got a good deal of 2 + 1 on stay, as it is off season.